The Efficacy and Uses of Codonopsis (Dang Shen)： Codonopsis (Dang Shen) is the root of several plants in the Campanulaceae family, including common codonopsis, smooth-flowered codonopsis, Sichuan codonopsis, tubular-flowered codonopsis, globular-flowered codonopsis, and gray-haired codonopsis. Codonopsis has the effects of strengthening the spleen, nourishing the lungs, and benefiting qi and fluids. It is primarily used … Read more
Codonopsis (Dang Shen) is a commonly used traditional tonic herb in China. Historically, the best quality Codonopsis was produced in the Shangdang region of Shanxi, known for its ability to tonify the middle and augment qi, strengthen the spleen, and benefit the lungs. Modern research indicates that Codonopsis enhances immunity, dilates blood vessels, lowers blood … Read more
————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– The root of Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula) is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb known for its nourishing properties. It is also a health food that can strengthen the spleen and stomach, enhancing overall vitality. Today, we will introduce the benefits and effects of Dang Shen root, as well as its side effects and contraindications. … Read more
The seed propagation of Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula) must use fresh seeds from the current year, as the germination rate of seeds from the previous year is extremely low. The pre-sowing seed treatment method is as follows: Remove impurities and empty seeds from the selected Dang Shen seeds; if irrigation is available, direct sowing can … Read more
【Codonopsis (Dang Shen)】 Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that Codonopsis (Dang Shen) has a sweet flavor and a neutral nature. It has the effects of tonifying the middle and benefiting Qi, quenching thirst, strengthening the spleen and benefiting the lungs, nourishing blood, and generating fluids. It is used for conditions such as spleen and lung … Read more
Medicinal Plant Cultivation of Codonopsis Codonopsis (Scientific name: Codonopsis pilosula, Root of Pilose Asiabell, Pilose Asiabell Root, Moderate Asiabell Root, Szechwan Tangshen Root) is a herb listed in the Chinese Pharmacopoeia. The herb is derived from the dried roots of the Campanulaceae family plants such as Codonopsis pilosula, Codonopsis tangshen, or Codonopsis lanceolata. Codonopsis has … Read more
When it comes to Ren Shen (Ginseng), everyone is likely quite familiar with it. However, the question arises: are Ren Shen and Dang Shen (Codonopsis) the same? Some people believe that the character “党” in Dang Shen refers to the Shanxi region of Shangdang, and thus think that Dang Shen is a type of ginseng … Read more
Follow Us 01 Effects Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula) is known for its ability to tonify the middle and augment qi, strengthen the spleen, and benefit the lungs. 02 Indications It is used for conditions such as spleen and lung qi deficiency, poor appetite, fatigue, cough with shortness of breath, insufficient qi and blood, pale complexion, … Read more
The Ruler of Central Equilibrium—Dang Shen (Codonopsis) Dang Shen, named after its primary production area in the ancient Shanxi Shangdang region, is known for its high altitude, hence the name Shangdang. According to the Ben Cao Zheng Yi: “Dang Shen is capable of tonifying the spleen, nourishing the stomach, moistening the lungs, generating fluids, and … Read more
Codonopsis CODONOPSIS RADIX Source: The dried root of the plant Codonopsis pilosula (Franch.) Nannf., or its varieties such as Codonopsis pilosula Nannf. var. modesta (Nannf.) L.T. Shen or Codonopsis tangshen Oliv. It is harvested in autumn, cleaned, and dried. Alias: Lu Dangshen, Shang Dangshen, Dongdang, Liao Dang, Zhong Lingcao. Functions and Indications: Strengthens the spleen … Read more